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Ashby Canal

Type: Advice

Waterway(s): Ashby Canal

From: 13 August 2026, 4:25pm

To: On-going

Region: East Midlands

Reason: Low Water Levels

Subject to review on: 28 August 2026

Location

Closest waterwayAshby Canal
Starts atMarston Safety Gate
Ends atWater Point 6, Snarestone

Description

Original 13 August 2026, 4:22pm

Water levels on the Ashby Canal are currently lower than normal following a prolonged period of dry, hot weather.

We are taking measures to help restore water levels and minimise the impact on navigation.

In the meantime, we ask you to take extra care when navigating and to assess conditions carefully before setting off.

Please avoid unnecessary journeys and, if you have any concerns about navigating safely, please remain on your mooring until conditions improve.

We will update this notice once we have further information.

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